The US president was Donald John Trump (Republican). In that special week people in US were listening to Havana by Camila Cabello Featuring Young Thug. They Remain, directed by Philip Gelatt, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2018. Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2018.

The US president was Barack Obama (Democratic). In that special week people in US were listening to Sorry by Justin Bieber. The Choice, directed by Ross Katz, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2016. When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2016.

The US president was George W. Bush (Republican). In UK Now You're Gone by Basshunter featuring DJ Mental Theo's Bazzheadz was in the top 5 hits. The Hottie & the Nottie, directed by Tom Putnam, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2008. A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2008.

Famous people born on this day include Shane Blanchard. In UK That's My Goal by Shayne Ward was in the top 5 hits. Firewall, directed by Richard Loncraine, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2006. My Friend Leonard by James Frey was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2006.

The US president was Bill Clinton (Democratic). In that special week people in US were listening to I Knew I Loved You by Savage Garden. Above the Law, directed by Andrew Davis, was one of the most viewed movies released in 2000. The Greatest Generation by Tom Brokaw was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 2000.

Famous people born on this day include Almer Cason. In UK Never Ever by All Saints was in the top 5 hits. The Man in the Iron Mask, directed by William Richert, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1998. Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1998.

Famous people born on this day include Nick Medina. In UK Professional Widow (It's Got To Be Big) by Tori Amos was in the top 5 hits. Absolute Power, directed by Clint Eastwood, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1997. A Reporter's Life by Walter Cronkite was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1997.

Famous people born on this day include Joel Courtney. In UK Earth Song by Michael Jackson was in the top 5 hits. White Squall, directed by Ridley Scott, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1996. The Final Judgment by Richard North Patterson was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1996.

Famous people born on this day include Logan Butler. In UK Cotton Eye Joe by Rednex was in the top 5 hits. Project: Metalbeast, directed by Alessandro De Gaetano, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1995. Don't Stand Too Close to a Naked Man by Tim Allen was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1995.

Famous people born on this day include Kenneth Zohore. In UK Twist And Shout by Chaka Demus & Pliers featuring Jack Radics & Taxi Gang was in the top 5 hits. Sirens, directed by John Duigan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1994. Fatal Cure by Robin Cook was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1994.

The US president was George H. W. Bush (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Tyler Seguin. In UK Bohemian Rhapsody / These Are The Days Of Our Lives by Queen was in the top 5 hits. Medicine Man, directed by John McTiernan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1992. The Doomsday Conspiracy by Sidney Sheldon was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1992.

Famous people born on this day include Amy Jackson. In that special week people in US were listening to The First Time by Surface. Operation Condor, directed by Jackie Chan, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1991. Possession by A. S. Byatt was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1991.

Famous people born on this day include Cro (singer). In that special week people in US were listening to How Am I Supposed To Live Without You by Michael Bolton. Grand Slam, directed by Giuliano Montaldo, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1990. Among Schoolchildren by Tracy Kidder was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1990.

The US president was Ronald Reagan (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Dylan Scott. In that special week people in US were listening to Need You Tonight by INXS. The Sisterhood, directed by Cirio H. Santiago, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1988. The Tommyknockers by Stephen King was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1988.

Famous people born on this day include Marcus Mumford. In that special week people in US were listening to At This Moment (Live) by Billy Vera. Beyond Therapy, directed by Robert Altman, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1987. Across China by Peter Jenkins was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1987.

Famous people born on this day include Pauline Parmentier. In that special week people in US were listening to That's What Friends Are For by Dionne & Friends. Lady Jane, directed by Trevor Nunn, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1986. London Match by Len Deighton was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1986.

Famous people born on this day include Grégory Baugé. In UK I Want To Know What Love Is by Foreigner was in the top 5 hits. Mischief, directed by Mel Damski, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1985. The Weaker Vessel by Antonia Fraser was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1985.

Famous people born on this day include Jeremy Wariner. In that special week people in US were listening to Owner Of A Lonely Heart by Yes. Reckless, directed by James Foley, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1984. The Neverending Story by Michael Ende was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1984.

Famous people born on this day include Keen'V . In UK You Can't Hurry Love by Phil Collins was in the top 5 hits. Videodrome, directed by David Cronenberg, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1983. Goodbye, Mickey Mouse by Len Deighton was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1983.

Famous people born on this day include Elena Paparizou. In UK The Model / Computer Love by Kraftwerk was in the top 5 hits. Butterfly, directed by Matt Cimber, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1982. Cosmos by Carl Sagan was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1982.

The US president was Jimmy Carter (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include K-Maro . In that special week people in US were listening to Rock With You by Michael Jackson. Cruising, directed by William Friedkin, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1980. The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1980.

Famous people born on this day include Brahim Asloum. In that special week people in US were listening to Le Freak by Chic. The Warriors, directed by Walter Hill, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1979. Fools Die by Mario Puzo was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1979.

Famous people born on this day include Fabian Caballero. In UK Mull Of Kintyre / Girl's School by Wings was in the top 5 hits. The One and Only, directed by Carl Reiner, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1978. Dreams Die First by Harold Robbins was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1978.

Famous people born on this day include Kerry Washington. In that special week people in US were listening to Car Wash by Rose Royce. Wizards, directed by Ralph Bakshi, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1977. Trinity by Leon Uris was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1977.

The US president was Gerald Ford (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Silke Bodenbender. In that special week people in US were listening to Theme From Mahogany (Do You Know Where You're Going To) by Diana Ross. Next Stop, Greenwich Village, directed by Paul Mazursky, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1976. Angels by Billy Graham was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1976.

Famous people born on this day include Preity Zinta. In UK Streets Of London by Ralph McTell was in the top 5 hits. Report to the Commissioner, directed by Milton Katselas, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1975. The Bermuda Triangle by Charles Berlitz was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1975.

The US president was Richard Nixon (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Ary Abittan. In that special week people in US were listening to You're Sixteen by Ringo Starr. Blazing Saddles, directed by Mel Brooks, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1974. Nickel Mountain by John Gardner was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1974.

Famous people born on this day include Portia de Rossi. In UK Long Haired Lover From Liverpool by Little Jimmy Osmond was in the top 5 hits. Steelyard Blues, directed by Alan Myerson, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1973. The Persian Boy by Mary Renault was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1973.

Famous people born on this day include Patricia Velásquez. In that special week people in US were listening to Knock Three Times by Dawn. Doctors' Wives, directed by George Schaefer, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1971. Rich Man, Poor Man by Irwin Shaw was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1971.

Famous people born on this day include Minnie Driver. In that special week people in US were listening to Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head by B.J. Thomas. Start the Revolution Without Me, directed by Bud Yorkin, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1970. In Someones Shadow by Rod McKuen was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1970.

The US president was Lyndon B. Johnson (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Doug Pederson. In that special week people in US were listening to Judy In Disguise (With Glasses) by John Fred & His Playboy Band. Mrs. Brown, You've Got a Lovely Daughter, directed by Saul Swimmer, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1968. The Gabriel Hounds by Mary Stewart was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1968.

Famous people born on this day include Chad Channing. In UK Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones was in the top 5 hits. The Spy in the Green Hat, directed by Joseph Sargent, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1967. The Jury Returns by Louis Nizer was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1967.

Famous people born on this day include Jorge González (wrestler). In UK Day Tripper / We Can Work It Out by The Beatles was in the top 5 hits. The Ugly Dachshund, directed by Norman Tokar, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1966. The Proud Tower by Barbara W. Tuchman was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1966.

The US president was John F. Kennedy (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Manuela di Centa. In UK The Next Time / Bachelor Boy by Cliff Richard was in the top 5 hits. Ophélia, directed by Claude Chabrol, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1963.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1963.

Famous people born on this day include Bruce McGuire. In that special week people in US were listening to Peppermint Twist - Part 1 by Joey Dee & the Starliters. Crosstrap, directed by Robert Hartford-Davis, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1962. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1962.

The US president was Dwight D. Eisenhower (Republican). Famous people born on this day include Grant Morrison. In that special week people in US were listening to Running Bear by Johnny Preston. Visit to a Small Planet, directed by Norman Taurog, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1960. Poor No More by Robert Ruark was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1960.

Famous people born on this day include Patti Layne. In UK Great Balls Of Fire by Jerry Lee Lewis was in the top 5 hits. A Tale of Two Cities, directed by Ralph Thomas, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1958. Mr. Baruch by Margaret L. Coit was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1958.

Famous people born on this day include Johnny Rotten. In UK Sixteen Tons by Tennessee Ernie Ford was in the top 5 hits. Warning from Space, directed by Kôji Shima, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1956. The Family Of Man by Edward Steichen was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1956.

Famous people born on this day include Carole Middleton. In UK The Finger Of Suspicion by Dickie Valentine With The Stargazers was in the top 5 hits. Battle Cry, directed by Raoul Walsh, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1955. The Saturday Evening Post Treasury by Roger Butterfield was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1955.

Famous people born on this day include Charles Jordan. In UK Oh Mein Papa by Eddie Calvert was in the top 5 hits. Beachhead, directed by Stuart Heisler, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1954. Too Late The Phalarope by Alan Paton was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1954.

The US president was Harry S. Truman (Democratic). Famous people born on this day include Christopher Stokowski. Colorado Sundown, directed by William Witney, was one of the most viewed movies released in 1952. The Forrestal Diaries by Walter Millis and E.S. Duffield was one of the best selling books.
But much more happened, find out here: 31 January 1952.